Elephant Foot Yam (Amorphophallus Paeoniifolius) is a perennial herb in the Araceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.
Amorphophallus paeoniifolius is a tropical, herbaceous perennial plant known for its large tuber and single or double large leaves, native to Island Southeast Asia.

Elephant Foot Yam
Amorphophallus Paeoniifolius
Amorphophallus paeoniifolius is a tropical, herbaceous perennial plant known for its large tuber and single or double large leaves, native to Island Southeast Asia.
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